[Real Life] Curt* New Yorker

(Ring, ring, ring, ring, ring)

New Yorker: “New York County Clerk’s Office” Me: “Hi, I need to inquire about—“ NY: “You need to call back Monday before 3 PM.” Me: “What? “ NY: “The person who deals with—“ Me: “Deals with? How do you know what I wa—“ NY: “Is only here until 3.” Me: “April Fools?” NY: “What?” Me: “Seriously, I need to speak with some—“ NY: “Not here until Monday and before 3.” ** Me: “What’s your address?” NY: “Monday before 3.” Me: “Street?” NY: “Monday before 3.” Me: “Zip?” NY: “Before 3.” Me: “No thank you very much.” NY: “3”

(click)

* Yes, I know New Yorker automatically implies curtness, but those on the "left coast" need a reminder.

** This is where the phone call actually ended. Like a New Yorker would stay on the line past that point.